Insect Allergen Extract – Honey Bee Venom; Insect Allergen Extract – Paper Wasp Venom; Insect Allergen Extract – Yellow Jacket Venom
Recommended ImmunologyRestrictedNot applicable line
Temporary listings of insect allergen extracts (honey bee venom, paper wasp venom, and yellow jacket venom) to address supply shortage of currently listed products.
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Submissions
1 resub
2018–18
On the record
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ICER range
Not modelled
Cost basis
Access path
- Jul 2018Recommended
- PBS listing · Restricted
RecommendedDeferredNot recommended
From the public summary
PBAC outcome
4.1 The PBAC recommended the temporary listings of the three insect allergen extracts, including honey bee venom, paper wasp venom and yellow jacket venom on the PBS to address the current supply shortage.PSD · Jul 2018
4.2 The PBAC considered there is a clinical need to maintain supply of these insect allergen extracts on the PBS. The PBAC considered the listings should remain during the validity of the Section 19A(1) approvals by the TGA.PSD · Jul 2018
Cost-effectiveness
Not modelled; minor submission for temporary supply alternatives with no economic evaluation.
Decision context
PopulationPatients requiring insect allergen extracts (honey bee venom, paper wasp venom, yellow jacket venom) for immunotherapy.
Submission history
| Decided | Outcome | Comparator | ICER | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2018 | Recommended | — | — | Other |
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